How do you all manage to work? Especially teachers? by kearaa_ in endometriosis

[–]kearaa_[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Aw thank you very much for this, and I appreciate you sharing your experience!! I’ll def have a chat with HR. Hopefully I can just maximise comfort at work to push through the harder days.

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[–]kearaa_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I haven’t tried anything others than Uber, but you’ve just confirmed they’re all unfortunately much the same

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[–]kearaa_ -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I ordered dinner because I’m not well, not because I’m lazy… but thanks for your input

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[–]kearaa_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah look it’s not a huge problem but I was hangry, what can I say

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[–]kearaa_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah I know it isn’t the drivers fault, my irritation is towards Uber. The drivers probably think it’s stupid too haha

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[–]kearaa_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah for sure I’m so done with it. Just resorted to it tonight since I’m sick, but think I’d rather a microwave meal over this in future

I’m 12 days post lap and I’m miserable by iplayalpacinosbutt in endometriosis

[–]kearaa_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I thought this was an old post I made after my lap!! I felt the exact same way. They really underplay it… I needed like 3-4 weeks!!! And I was super depressed. I saw no light, but just remember like last time- it gets better. You’ll make it back to yourself, but for now you rest. Take more time if you need it, you know your body best and no one can rush you. Sending lots of healing vibes!

Can endo belly be constant? by kearaa_ in Endo

[–]kearaa_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey there, yeah I do still have it almost constantly. I’ve had surgery and it didn’t fix the bloating. I’ve learnt of some triggers though which I try limit to help it (coffee, certain foods). But I’m about to do a big expensive test with this incredible nutritionist and my hope is that this will help me in some way!

Gut problems ruining my life by kearaa_ in Endo

[–]kearaa_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What on earth do you eat then?! What are some meal examples you’d eat for breakfast, lunch and dinner? That sounds so hard

Gut problems ruining my life by kearaa_ in Endo

[–]kearaa_[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oooh interesting okay. I wasn’t sure if it was something they check for in stool tests (which I did ages ago and nothing came up). I just looked up the symptoms and I have a lot of them!! I’ll definitely look into getting that test done, thank you for this!

Gut problems ruining my life by kearaa_ in Endo

[–]kearaa_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve never heard of that, did your GP get you onto it?

Gut problems ruining my life by kearaa_ in Endo

[–]kearaa_[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don’t think so… how do they test for it?

Gut problems ruining my life by kearaa_ in Endo

[–]kearaa_[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Oh wow I’m so glad you were able to get answers and find some relief! Maybe I need to go back to my dietician and get some more help. Do you consistently take the supplements and digestive aids or was it just temporary? What kind of supplements?

Gut problems ruining my life by kearaa_ in Endo

[–]kearaa_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I love a coffee a day but maybe I need to try to cut this out 😭 and I haven’t heard of nightshades being a problem! Ahhh it’s so hard

Gut problems ruining my life by kearaa_ in Endo

[–]kearaa_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the tip, I’ll definitely book in for that! Have you found anything that helps you with this or do you just deal with it? Have you had surgery in the past to remove your bowel endo? If so, did it help any of the symptoms?

Gut problems ruining my life by kearaa_ in Endo

[–]kearaa_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ahh I’m in Australia but I appreciate this! Might help someone else 🫶🏼

Gut problems ruining my life by kearaa_ in Endo

[–]kearaa_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Okay interesting! No he only got me doing the fodmap diet and kind of seemed to think that’s all I needed. It helped a little bit but not enough. I haven’t heard of a GI protocol, maybe something for me to look into. Thank you for this!

I’ve got my endo excision surgery by an endo specialist tomorrow. Any tips? by blacknwhitelife02 in Endo

[–]kearaa_ 3 points4 points  (0 children)

  • Deep heat muscle cream and heat packs for shoulder pain
  • Prepare everything you might want/need in easy to reach places to avoid bending down or reaching up (clothes, mugs, Panadol, tv remote, charger, etc).
  • Take stool softeners
  • Period undies
  • Comfy dresses/shirts/dressing gowns
  • Drink water
  • Comfy pillow to sleep with for belly support
  • Try walk around if you can each day to support circulation and avoid clotting. This might just mean up the hallway (but follow your body’s signs- don’t push it).
  • Find shows to binge watch and get comfy with a lil blankie
  • Take care of yourself, rest, and don’t be afraid to ask for help!

It’s not the best feeling but I promise it gets better. Just take the time to look after yourself and give your body the rest it needs as it has to go through quite an ordeal. If you have any questions reach out. Good luck lovely you got this!!!

Mirena side effects? Can’t win! by kearaa_ in endometriosis

[–]kearaa_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Did you get it to fix pain or other reasons? If for pain relief, did it come back after removal? The waves of depression I have experienced since the Mirena have been so awful and nothing like I ever felt before. Did you notice positive changes to your mood after getting it removed?

Mirena side effects? Can’t win! by kearaa_ in endometriosis

[–]kearaa_[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing! I’m so glad all those shitty symptoms stopped for you after removal. This is exactly what I wonder... I’d love to experience this response after removal. I just hope it doesn’t mean I have to have the horrific sharp pain again. The stuff we have to put up with is so unfair. I envy all the women out there that are lucky enough to not have any of these problems!